#173E99

The hexadecimal color code #173E99 is a dark, vibrant shade of Blue (known as darkslateblue). In the RGB color model, #173E99 is comprised of 23 red, 62 green, and 153 blue. In the HSL color space, which is often used in digital design and color grading, it has a hue of 222 degrees, a saturation of 74%, and a lightness of 35%. This color has an approximate wavelength of 496 nm. The closest web-safe color is often utilized in web design, user interfaces (UI), and vector graphics to create vibrant Blue atmospheres. Designers searching for Blue color schemes often pair this with its complementary color or use it as an accent against neutral backgrounds. It is commonly used in digital design for backgrounds, typography, and accent elements. When paired with its complementary color in the palette below, it creates a high-contrast visual hierarchy. Engineers can implement this color using the CSS hex code #173E99.